Catch the Thief, If you can!

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Chase thieves around the town and through time in the indie action-adventure game Catch the Thief, if You Can!. Use different weapons and tactics in different eras. Customize your character and find unexpected ways to fight crime. Tired of always playing the good guy? Well, look no further. It's time to become the thief! In this game mode, you'll have to come up with the craziest plans to escape t…

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a fun cops-and-robbers theme that brings back nostalgic arcade gaming vibes.
There is potential for improvement, with regular updates from the developer indicating ongoing support.
The gameplay is simple and easy to understand, making it accessible for players.

The game suffers from significant performance issues, including crashes and low frame rates, making it difficult to play.
There is a lack of content and depth, as it is a multiplayer-only experience with no single-player mode or engaging story.
Controls are awkward and uncustomizable, which can hinder the gaming experience, especially for players with different abilities.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the locked resolution and low poly visuals, which limit customization options. However, others find the graphics charming and whimsical, particularly noting the unique visual effects when interacting with water. Overall, while the aesthetic appeals to some, technical limitations detract from the experience for others.
- “The graphics are adorable, the sound and music are just plain fun.”
- “The graphics when you're in water are very psychedelic, one might say, resembling a magical experience.”
- “The resolution seems to be locked, so there's no way to improve the poor quality low poly visuals.”
- “The settings window is locked to the 'graphics options' once you have been there. Even closing the settings and reopening them will keep you on the graphics options; you can use the button to change to other option pages like the key bind options, but it'll just show the graphics options instead, and you can't change anything if you're not on the actual graphics page.”
- “The graphics when you're in water are very psychedelic, one might say. If you haven't tried the drug, it may very well be more like magic mushrooms. As a drinker, I'd say it's like having at least an entire bottle of vodka.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth and reliance on player-versus-player interactions as a substitute for traditional storytelling and level design. Many reviewers feel this approach is a significant oversight, resulting in a lackluster narrative that fails to engage players. Overall, the absence of rich, designed content has led to a disappointing reception.
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
- “Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent crashes, freezes, and performance slowdowns, even on systems that meet or exceed the recommended specifications. Players have reported needing to lower their graphics settings to medium to achieve playable performance.
- “The game crashes while playing, freezes, and slows down all the time. I also had to play it on medium settings because anything higher makes the game run in slow motion, even though my specs are better than the recommended requirements.”
- “I experience constant crashes and performance issues. The game is unplayable at higher settings, despite my hardware being more than capable.”
- “Frequent freezing and crashing make it impossible to enjoy the game. I had to lower the graphics settings significantly to maintain any sort of stability.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The game requires further polishing and optimization, as it is still in early access. While the price may justify the current state, players should be aware of the risks involved, as some developers may not continue to provide updates or fixes.
- “The game shows great potential, but it still needs polishing and optimization. As it's an early access title, the price is reasonable, provided you're willing to wait for the developers to address the issues and complete the game. However, this can be a bit risky, as some developers in the past have stopped updating their games and left them broken.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems. It's clear that the developers have put a lot of effort into ensuring that players can enjoy the experience without major performance issues.”
- “I appreciate the ongoing optimization efforts from the developers. Regular updates have significantly improved performance and stability, making the game much more enjoyable.”
- “It still needs polishing and optimization; it's still an early access game. For its price, it's not really a problem, but only if you don't mind waiting for the devs to fix the issues and finish it. This is something that we all know is kind of risky, as some devs in the past have simply stopped updating their games and left them broken.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay, which significantly detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs and performance issues that made the game frustrating to play. The optimization feels rushed and needs a lot of work.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as enjoyable and fun, complementing the game's charming graphics.
- “The graphics are adorable, and the sound and music are just plain fun.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
300%
The gameplay is straightforward and accessible, focusing on simple mechanics such as running, catching thieves, avoiding traps, and gathering loot, which many players find easy to grasp without the need for extensive review.
- “The mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making it easy to jump right in and start having fun.”
- “I love how the gameplay encourages exploration and rewards creativity in problem-solving.”
- “The gameplay is easy enough to understand that I don't really see any need to review it: run, catch thieves, avoid traps, and gather loot. That's it.”
- “The mechanics feel repetitive and lack depth, making the overall experience dull.”
- “There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”

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